Pumzika Tu – Home 8671560 House
- 4 bedrooms
- 12 sleeps
- 2 nights min stay
Pumzika Tu – Home 8671560
- House
- 4 bedrooms
- sleeps 12
- 2 nights min stay
Key Info
- Nearest beach 26 mi
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Air conditioning
- Pet Friendly
- Private garden
Description from owner
Description
Pumzikatu' ('just relax') in the Shimba Hills, hangs over the Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctury. We have a private watering hole with salt lick, other animals, such as beautiful bush buck etc. share it with the elephants. The location is idyllic with a micro climate, 1000 feet above Diani Beach, 40 minutes away. Shimba Hills Game Park is close; also forest/jungle walks with guides of Shifoga Forest Conservation, and guests enjoy a cliff walk and bike rides.
The house is comfortable with good quality beds and linen. A fireplace is for ambiance and nice on a rainy night. Eating is inside, on the verandah and al fresco on the deck between the pool and the amazing bbq.
In nearby Diani there are all the top restaurants, beach bars and activities, dhow trips, swimming with dolphins, kite surfing, microlight flying, flying Safaris, 4x4 trips, snake park, Colobus Monkey Trust and miles of beach to walk. There are also tourist shops, supermarkets, mini markets,
We have ATM's in Kwale, fruit, vegetables, rice, flour etc. - also beer and sodas and Drosty Hof in the soda shop!
We are ten minutes drive from the Shimba Hills Game Park with the famous Sable antelopes, giraffe, buffalo, bush buck, zebras and elephants. To see them one drives in at dawn and then when they hide from the sun, it is possible to walk to the Sheldrick Falls and back - a couple of kilometers accompanied by a park warden with a 'just in case' gun (although never needed). Our cook can prepare you a packed lunch or you can come back here and cool off in our pool and and have lunch.
We supply basics like flour and oil, starter tea and coffee but otherwise it is self-catering and after a welcome pizza, beer and a bottle of wine, you organize your meals with Chef Beatrice.
The housekeeper, Ayisha, will keep your rooms and clothes clean and serve your food and Matano & Said will watch over your safety. Matano, a watchman, can make bows and arrows to your size and teach you how to use them. He can also teach you to make an Africa frame for a mud house. Said will welcome you into his home. His wife and he run a dance and music troupe from the village and they won the annual competition recently and met the president. They, about 15 women & men, will come up to the house for a couple of hours and dance for you (for about $60), and expect you to join in (if you are up to it) and to provide sodas and cookies afterwards.
We have backgammon, books, and scrabble. In the garden we have a petang run. We will be building a games platform for open air ping pong, simple home gym and workout place.
Salim the gardener will be so happy to show you all he has done. He loves gardening. He, Said (a village elder, natural healer and watchman and Matano are happy to take you to the forest waterfall or for walks and they know a great deal about local flora and fauna and their medicinal uses.
It is a paradise for bird watching for the patient among you, and photographers. (I have several times seen an eagle soar below and along the ridge). The bush babies come down to eat the bananas you put out and have been known to eat out of quiet guests' hands.
Visit a school for mentally challenged kids, a homeopathic school for young women and some orphanages.There is a colourful market on Wednesdays. There are two petrol stations. There are schools and churches of different Christian denominations, and many Mosques as most of the Digo people are Muslims.
KARIBU.
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- Pets welcome
- Crib
Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: King bed
Bedroom 3: King bed
Bedroom 4: Queen Bed
Beds in other rooms: - 4 Full baths
Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Private garden
- Internet access
Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- Yes, smoking allowed
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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About the owner
John S.
Tourist License
697736
- Calendar last updated:
- 11 Oct 2021
- Years listed:
- 7
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
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“Words and pictures cannot do this place justice.”
I suppose if there was one word to describe this place it would have to be magical or enchanting. Pumzika Tu is an absolutely outstanding place to stay. The views are absolutely breathtaking. The team… More
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“Breath Taking”
Absolutely amazing....I cried when we left this place pumzika Tu has had such a impact on my heart. So many different animals to see including the resident dog Cooby and the cat Puss....it was just pe… More
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“Wished we could have stayed longer”
A wonderfully relaxing house with magnificent views! We were a family of 4 including 2 teenagers who loved the pool - we were only able to stay two nights - but would definitely recommend staying lon… More
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Response from the owner Thank you Christina for the review, It was nice to meet and host you and your family. It is great that you enjoyed your stay here. I hope Pumzika Tu will be your home in the coastal region.
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“There is no other retreat like this - visit Pumzika-tu and you'll have memories for life...”
This house, perched atop the ridge with elephants roaming immediately below the balcony, is truly breathtaking. The quiet of being 1200ft high with almost nothing but trees, animals, and local village… More
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“Magical Pumzikatu”
When we saw the photos of this place the first time we said to each other - this can't be real, surely it is a photoshop =). And I'll never forget our first morning in Pumzika. The feeling t… More
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Response from the owner Thank you for for being wonderful guest to host and for making Pumzika Tu your home. Thank you for everything &for the review (we appreciate it) and see you soon! Warm wishes to you and your family.
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“Paradise”
Every time I come here it seems to get more beautiful. Such a wonderful place to stay; cool & breezy after the muggy heat of the coast but just a short drive away, swathed in flowers and resplende… More
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“One of the most fabulous vacation rentals I've ever stayed in”
I've had the pleasure of staying here at Pumzika Tu on several occasions and I can attest to the other reviews which say how lovely it is. The house is more breathtaking than any of the photogra… More
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FAQs
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Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
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- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send John (the owner) a message.
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